2019 Rugby World Cup: Argentina v Tonga
7 years ago by Rugby WorldIn what should be a bruising affair, Argentina face Tonga in this Pool C encounter Flight mode: Martin Landajo glides through Tonga's defence during Argentina's win at RWC 2015 (Getty) In what should be...
England aim to send message against USA in Japan’s rugby city | Robert Kitson
7 years ago by The GuardianEddie Jones’s side not just have to contend with a short turnaround but tricky opposition in KobeHaving sapped a few spirits in Sapporo last Sunday England’s next objective is to put the “ko” into...
Schalk Brits starts in the back row and leads the Boks against Namibia
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has named his team for the Pool B match against Namibia at City of Toyota Stadium on Saturday, 28 September: The Springboks have rotated their squad for Saturday’s...
Fiji v Uruguay: Rugby World Cup 2019 – live!
7 years ago by The GuardianUpdates from the Pool D game in Kamaishi Any thoughts? Email or tweet @bloodandmudScott Fardy on rugby in tsunami-hit Kamaishi 5.54am BST Ref issuesThere’s been much chat in the opening matches over...
Vunipola better off playing than eating Kobe beef, jokes Eddie Jones
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyBilly Vunipola took some big hits in England' Rugby World Cup opener against Tonga, but has been named to start against the United States. Zane Kapeli SMASHES Billy Vunipola...
World Rugby admits referees need to be more consistent
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorld Rugby has released a statement admitting that the officials have not been consistent enough following a usual review of the opening matches of the Rugby World Cup. This follows plenty...
EXCLUSIVE: Omar Mouneimne analyses the Springboks' defensive structure
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyProfessional defence coach Omar Mouneimne has taken a look at the Springboks' defence and what makes it so effective. During the Springboks' successful Rugby Championship, Rassie...
Manu Tuilagi's brace guides England to victory
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland got their Rugby World Cup campaign off to a winning start, Manu Tuilagi starring with two tries as Eddie Jones' side beat Tonga. Manu Tuilagi led the way for...
Sexton and Best lead the charge as Ireland prove their credentials
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJohnny Sexton and Rory Best led the way as Ireland's thumping win over Scotland affirmed their credentials as Rugby World Cup challengers. Ireland have never made it past the...
England and Billy Vunipola expect hot reception from Tonga under the dome
7 years ago by The Guardian• George: team may use coded lineout signs to beat cacophony• Tonga ‘will be looking to smash’ Billy Vunipola, says coachJamie George believes England may be forced to adopt a coded sign language...
